Society
Learncation: The New Japanese Holiday Paradigm for Schoolchildren
Studying on vacation? Learn how one prefecture in Japan is giving kids more time with their parents - but only if they…
The latest Japan travel and culture news
Page 157
Society
Business and Economy
Japan’s Booming Death Business: ENDEX, The End Of Life Exhibition
Japan’s rising death rate is good business For ENDEX: The End Of Life Exhibition. We discover that it’s more than just Hello…
Food
Will Nissin’s New “Gaming Cup Noodle” Spur You to Victory?
Gamers: would you eat noodles with caffeine and niacin if it meant the difference between victory and defeat? Nissin is betting you…
Food
Nagashi Somen: How The Fun Tourist Activity Can Turn Dangerous
Nagashi-somen is a fun way to enjoy noodles in Japan. But the event nearly turned deadly for hundreds of people recently.
Food
Raw Eggs in Japan: Are They Safe to Eat?
A number of Japanese dishes involve eating raw eggs. Is that safe? Experts tell us why you're unlikely to contract salmonella in…
Society
Why Japan Forbids Bus Drivers From Greeting Each Other
Official regulations have forbidden bus drivers in Japan from waving howdy to each other for 20+ years. But how many of them…
Society
Japan Women’s Org Colabo Scores a Court Victory Against Harassment
A court throws out an inflammatory lawsuit, part of a recent string of attempts to silence a Tokyo organization that helps girls…
Food
Famous Tokyo Cafe Coffee Seibu Shuts Its Flagship Store (For Now)
One of Tokyo's most famous cafes, Coffee Seibu, has closed its flagship location in Shinjuku. The good news? It'll be back soon.…